Just got a D5000 to complement a later purchase of a FF (D700 or replacement or maybe even 300s) and I must say the video feature is quite enjoyable. It does not matter that it cannot AF because it encourages you to be more creative and hands-on. have really warmed to the idea that I have this facility available now and can see the trend going this way. Of course it does not replace a dedicated video camera but something is better than nothing and at HD quality, the video quality is a lot better than a still facility on a video camera. What do others think?

Thanks Adam. I have actually moved from Canon (Canon 40d, 50d plus top lenses) for Nikon. Had a Nikon F90X film camera and loved it. Just brought a grip for the d5000 and really like the LCD flip out screen - cannot bend down but now can take low angle shots. This is not an entry level camera - the manual itself is 200 pages!!

Welcome, Tan. I'm curious to know which lens(es) you're using on it. I love that VR works while doing video, and I'm considering getting an 18-105 VR just for video on my D90. I've had fun with the video, too.

Just got my D5000 so not all the lenses I would like. have the kit lens (18-105) and just got the Nikon 14-24 F.28 which just blows me away with the quality. One day, after purchase of FF, I would get the 50mm 1.4 and 60mm macro.

That 14-24 is third on my list of next lenses to buy (let's be honest—it's probably 2 years away). My dad has the 18-105 and I'm impressed with the quality of that lens for a kit lens—I think it's the best kit lens Nikon has made. It's pretty sharp even wide open and the VR works well.